Microbiologists
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Occupation Description
Microbiologists study the growth, structure, development, and other parts of microscopic organisms including; algae, bacteria, or fungi. This field also includes medical microbiologists who investigate the correlation between organisms and disease or the effects of antibiotics on targets.
Estimated Income
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Middle
Upper End
$200,000
$150,000
$100,000
$50,000
All financial data provided by Bureau of Labor Statistics (bls.gov)
Total Employees In 2010
18550
Job Openings By 2020
7200
Growth Rate
13.3%
Required Work Experience
None
National long-term projections may not reflect local and/or short term economic or job conditions and do not guarantee actual job growth